Contract On-site Infrastructure Rail

Site Engineer – Rail & Water Infrastructure

The Opportunity

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Site Engineer to join a leading contractor delivering major water utility and rail interface infrastructure projects across London.

This role is ideal for a technically strong engineer with experience in civil engineering, setting out, CAD design, and quality assurance, who is confident working on sewer networks, drainage systems, utility diversions, and rail-adjacent construction works involving possession environments and strict engineering controls.

You will play a key role in supporting site delivery through accurate setting out, technical assurance, design coordination, and quality management across complex infrastructure schemes.

Key Responsibilities

  • check_circle Carry out accurate setting out and surveying duties using total station and GPS equipment.
  • check_circle Interpret engineering drawings, IFC packs, and technical specifications to support site delivery.
  • check_circle Produce and review CAD drawings and as-built records as required.
  • check_circle Support design coordination and ensure construction aligns with design intent.
  • check_circle Undertake quality assurance inspections, ITP checks, and ensure compliance with project specifications.
  • check_circle Support delivery of sewer networks, drainage systems, and utility diversion works.
  • check_circle Assist with works in rail possession environments, ensuring compliance with all safety and engineering standards.
  • check_circle Work closely with Site Managers, Project Managers, and subcontractors to ensure smooth delivery.
  • check_circle Maintain accurate site records, survey data, and QA documentation.
  • check_circle Identify and resolve technical issues on site in collaboration with design and engineering teams.
  • check_circle Ensure all works are delivered in line with health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
  • check_circle Support progress reporting and contribute to programme delivery targets.

About You

  • check_circle Proven experience as a Site Engineer within civil engineering, utilities, or rail infrastructure projects.
  • check_circle Strong background in setting out, surveying, and engineering control.
  • check_circle Experience in water infrastructure projects, including sewer networks, drainage, and utility works.
  • check_circle Familiarity with rail environments and rail possession working (PTS preferred or essential depending on role requirements).
  • check_circle Strong CAD skills (AutoCAD or similar) for design support and as-built production.
  • check_circle Strong understanding of civil engineering construction methodologies.
  • check_circle Experience with QA processes, ITPs, and technical documentation.
  • check_circle Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications.
  • check_circle Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • check_circle CSCS card essential; HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline preferred.

What's On Offer

  • check_circle Competitive day rate.
  • check_circle Weekend uplift for possession and out-of-hours works.
  • check_circle Long-term contract opportunity.
  • check_circle Exposure to major London-based rail and water infrastructure projects.
  • check_circle Opportunity to work with a leading civil engineering contractor.
  • check_circle Technical and career development on complex multidisciplinary schemes.
  • check_circle Fast-paced, high-profile infrastructure delivery environment.